It is not always easy to tell if someone needs an opiate rehab program. Opiates can be prescription medications, so it might not seem unusual to see them taking the drug, especially if they have an injury or illness. Taking certain prescription medications can lead to symptoms of opiate abuse, so it’s important to know…
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Once you leave a drug or alcohol treatment center, are you magically cured? The answer is no. For most people, recovery is a lifelong process. Life after rehab can be the most difficult time. That is when people with a substance use disorder can be vulnerable. Sober living and participating in an alumni program can…
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Recovery is a life-long challenge, and relapse is common. That doesn’t mean it is a foregone conclusion, though. A substance abuse treatment program like that available at CeDAR typically provides relapse prevention training as part of their care plan. When treatment is over, though, what can you do to stay on the sober track? Consider…
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The mental image some people have of a sloppy drunk isn’t always the reality of alcohol addiction. The fact is, some people hold jobs, maintain families, and stay active even if they drink. A functioning alcoholic may seem like they are doing fine. They may say they don’t drink that much. They may ask why…
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More and more, companies are recognizing the risks of addiction in the workplace. They require drug testing of employees, including professionals like doctors, to ensure they have a sober workforce. Professionals addiction treatment is becoming more common, too. What are the risks of addiction in the workplace, and what are professional programs? Facts About Addiction in…
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With summer 2021 underway, you may be wondering about some Denver sober activities and groups. Summer is a difficult time for staying sober, especially if you have a dual diagnosis. Our sober community at CeDAR hosts events throughout the year to help people connect and focus on recovery. That may be the key to supporting…
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The first 90 days after attending an inpatient drug rehab tend to be the most difficult. An outpatient drug treatment program offers patients the ability to gradually return to everyday life. Of course, most people who finish alcohol or drug rehab are eager to start living their new lives without being encumbered by follow-up treatment.…
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It’s impossible to force someone to quick drinking. Wanting to quit is not enough. Being ashamed of being an alcoholic keeps people sick. Our medical and psychological team at CeDAR can help people struggling with alcohol addiction get the stability they need to begin the recovery process. Our medical detox program at CeDAR provides the…
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The guilt, shame, and hopelessness associated with alcoholism often prevent people from seeking the life-saving assistance they need in order to heal. If drinking alcohol introduces more problems into your life than solutions, you are definitely not alone. Becoming chemically dependent on a harmful substance like alcohol is a setback, but it doesn’t need to…
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The ability for people to step outside of their regular surroundings and safely remove harmful substances from their system lays the foundation for long-term drug and alcohol addiction recovery. While outpatient drug treatment programs can be helpful as a follow-up to inpatient treatment, we find that they don’t provide the 24-hour care people need in…
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